The Chalkboard discusses RompHims, Miley Cyrus' Malibu, and the death of Avril Lavigne. Then they throw out some Big Facts, delivering fresh-out-the-oven takes on flatbreads, bumper stickers, fidget spinners, and more.

The Chalkboard chats with Nathan Giesecke, hype-man and lighting magician for Ebony Tusks, a hip-hop group from Lawrence, Kansas. They talk about collaborating as bandmates living in different cities, the philosophy of energizing crowds, opening for Vince Staples, and the time Geese set up a full PA system in Eric's living room.

The Chalkboard talks with Austin and Alex from The Noise FM, a rock band from Chicago by way of Kansas. They discuss the color of their cars (huh?), Rod Stewart, the time they met Bill Murray and got free jean jackets at SXSW, and their upcoming performance at Middle of the Map Fest.

The Chalkboard sits down with Crystal Rose, a singer-songwriter from Kansas City who's peforming Saturday at the Middle of the Map Fest. They talk about Crystal's influences, early songwriting days, performing live, and making smart pop music.

Micah and Eric recount some of the highlights of their trip to California. Then, they discuss Dave Chappelle's new comedy specials on Netflix and the role comedy has been played in their lives as well as in contemporary culture.